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How to do Legs Up the Wall - Viparita Karani

Yoga & You · 1:49

In this practice

Key teachings

  • Benefits of mild inversions
  • Principles of restorative yoga for relaxation
  • Mindful breathing and stillness

Ideal for

  • Beginners and all levels of practitioners
  • Individuals seeking relaxation and stress relief
  • Those with tired legs, feet, or mild back discomfort
  • People looking for a gentle, restorative practice

Lesson

Instructions

The Viparita Karani is a mild inversion and is also called the Inverted Lake Pose. Viparita Karani is known to diminish wrinkles and it can make you look younger. This posture will make your blood flow into various parts of your body that requires it. Viparita Karani is often done at the end of a yoga practice, before the final relaxation pose (Savasana) or meditation. In this video Dhivya from Dhivyam Yoga shows us how to do Viparita Karani.

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Steps

  • Viparita Karani (Legs Up The Wall)
  • Gentle inversions for circulation
  • Deep relaxation techniques through passive holding

Benefits

  • Improved circulation and reduced swelling in legs/feet
  • Calming the nervous system and stress reduction
  • Relief from fatigue and mild headaches
  • Promotes relaxation and restful sleep
  • Diminishes wrinkles and promotes a youthful appearance (as per description)

Practice summary

Level
beginner
Duration
7 minutes
Equipment
Yoga matWall spaceBlanket or cushion (optional, for hip elevation or head comfort)
Target areas
LegsFeetNervous systemHips (gentle release)
Energy
calming

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